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Imagine traveling to every country on Earth without leaving your headphones. That's the revolutionary experience of The World Album, featuring 200 songs from artists born in every nation on our planet.

Brandon Beckwith, founder of International Artist Project, joins us to share the extraordinary journey of creating music's first truly global compilation. After his first international trip at age 34 sparked a vision, Brandon embarked on a two-year mission that took him across 30+ countries, building a worldwide network of musicians and agents to make the impossible possible.

This isn't just another compilation – it's a cultural archive capturing humanity through sound. From a 70-year-old Vatican priest singing in Latin to Madagascar's first-time recording artist delivering an unforgettable hip-hop track, the album spans 93 languages and 121 genres across its 12-hour runtime. Most remarkably, artists retain 100% of their royalties, with many pledging to use earnings for positive initiatives in their home countries.

The conversation explores the challenges of sequencing such a massive project, the surprising musical discoveries from unexpected places, and how authentic representation was prioritized over commercial appeal. Now Grammy-considered, the album has transformed into a movement that continues to connect artists across borders, with some meeting in person after collaborating virtually.

What began as one person's vision has evolved into something much greater – proof that music truly can unite us despite our differences. As Brandon eloquently puts it: "I want people to feel like they traveled the entire world while listening... I think if everyone would listen to the World Album even one time in their life, it could change how we see each other."

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Stepping into the sonic laboratory of La and Rod Nice feels like boarding the Millennium Falcon—a journey beyond Earth's atmosphere into cosmic consciousness. These two veteran musicians have been crafting their unique brand of hip-hop since 1996, and their latest offering "Underdog Power Cosmic 2: Cosmic Continuum" represents the culmination of decades spent perfecting their craft.

The symbiotic relationship between beatmaker and lyricist drives this project. As Rod explains, "When he's in there with me, it inspires me to go raw, dirty, hard." Meanwhile, La approaches his writing from a perspective that transcends typical hip-hop narratives: "How many songs could be about being from the ghetto? How many songs can be about hard times? How many songs could be about sex or money or anything earthy?" This cosmic perspective infuses every track with philosophical depth rarely found in contemporary music.

Marvel Comics, particularly Silver Surfer, provides much of the conceptual framework. La discovered the "Power Cosmic" through these comics, relating to a character who ventures beyond Earth's problems. This parallel reflects his own journey from street life to academic achievement (the previous album "Underdog's Manifesto" served as his master's thesis) to his current role as a mental health counselor. Throughout our conversation, La weaves together insights on anxiety, time perception, and how cosmic awareness might help listeners navigate their own challenges.

The production process itself mirrors their philosophical approach—fluid, evolutionary, and responsive. Many tracks begin with one beat that transforms completely after lyrics are added. "The beat inspired the rhyme, then the rhyme inspired a different beat," Rod explains. This organic development creates a soundscape that feels both nostalgic and futuristic, rooted in east coast influences while maintaining a uniquely Sacramento perspective.

Whether you're a longtime hip-hop head or simply searching for music with substance, Power Cosmic 2 offers something rare in today's landscape—art that challenges while it entertains, that questions while it affirms. Take a cosmic journey with these underdog pioneers and discover what happens when beats and rhymes transcend earthly limitations.

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What if a simple road trip could transform the way you experience music? This episode marks the triumphant return after a brief hiatus, enriched with stories from a cross-country drive from San Antonio, Texas, to Southern California. We introduce an exciting new interactive feature—fan mail—where you can text us directly with your thoughts and encouragement. We also dive into the latest albums like "Corner Shop Cowboys" by Asar and Lo-Tek, delve into the unique production styles of Telly McLean's album, "Mia Wallace Loves Red Apple Cigarettes," inspired by Quentin Tarantino films.

Ready to uncover hidden gems from the beat scene? This episode features highlights from Philth Spector and Killer Kane's gritty "Face Off," and heartfelt tributes like "Donutsss with 3S's" by eu-IV, Tatzumakiii’s “DAiiiFUKU 大福餅”, Iman Omari’s 404 Day Beat-tape on Untitled App, Tuamie’s “Written Prescriptions”, Coldfingerz “Memory Cards” Ali Wan Kenobi’s “Kenobi Express 6”, The Kid Flames’s “The Time Your Given”, Spirits! by Impreshn and Ohricky and more!

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Season 2 Episode 036 with California Beatmaker SupahDupah! We talked musical upbringings, inspiration, Beatmaker/Music Producer Superheros (J Dilla, Dr. Dre, 9th Wonder, DJ Premier), MURS, Elf Audio Koala Sampler, FL Studio/Audacity exposure, DJ/Turntablism, Hip Hop Evolution on Netflix, Koala Beatcast brand building and more. #beatculture #BHM

Featured Music: Curated Tracks from SupahDupah! and Koala V SP404 World Tournament Beat Tape
Social Media: @SupahDupahBeats
Website: https://linktr.ee/SupahDupah

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Season 2 Episode 035 with New Jersey Beatmaker Good Food - Guiding Our Own Dreams & Finding Out Our Destination. We talked musical upbringings, inspiration through a pandemic, REASON DAW, Elements of Hip Hop, 9th Wonder, RZA, Danger Mouse, Performance Rights Organization (BMI, ASCAP) and more. #beatculture

Featured Music: Smoke 'em If You Got 'em, After School Special, and Beats by the Pound Part Deux and Tres
Social Media: @GoodFoodMusic
Website: https://goodfoodmusic.bandcamp.com/

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Season 2 Episode 034 with New Jersey Beatmaker Nimzo. We talked musical upbringings, inspiration through a pandemic, Elements of Hip Hop, music Superheroes such as Dibia$e, DJ Premier, RZA and more. #beatculture

Featured Music: Curated Beat Set
Social Media: @Nimzobeats
Website:  http://www.nimzobeats.com/ or https://t.co/aSfQJA1y0V

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Season 2 Episode 033 with New Jersey Beatmaker YTC_Music (Yours To Create) . We talked musical upbringings, inspiration, 5 Elements of Hip Hop, Wu-Tang, DJ Premier, RZA, Large Professorf, Native Instruments, Koala App, SP404 DAWs, local Beatmaker scene and more. #beatculture

Intro Music: https://teedoteinsof.bandcamp.com/track/son-salutations-ft-muki-travis-f-christian-s
Featured Music: Dedicated Mix
Social Media: https://twitter.com/YTC_Music
Website:  YTCMusic

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Season 2 Episode 032 with Washington, New Jersey Beatmaker E-Conomy . We talked musical upbringings, influences, the Creatives life, DAWs, local Beatmaker scene, music ownership, emerging technologies, and more. #beatculture

Featured Music: The Moon Keep Following Me, See You Next Year, E.M.P. Vol 1 and more
Social Media: https://twitter.com/jrconomy
Website:  https://t.co/hVYAPRLsf8

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Season 2 Episode 031 starts off 2022 with Union City, New Jersey Beatmaker ThisisUnUsual and 1/2 of @Darkalleyechoes . We talked musical upbringings, influences, the creatives life, DAWs, local Beatmaker scene, NFTs, Crytocurrency, Blockchain technologies, and more.

Featured Music: Wasted Talent, 4 Golpes, Bad Batch, Bacon, Eggs, and Beats, and During These Challenging Times
Social Media:  https://twitter.com/thisisunusual
Website:  https://linktr.ee/thisisunusualshop

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Episode 030 with Long Beach, California Beatmaker Whknws. We talked musical upbringings, influences, Karriem Riggings, Knxwledge, AFTA1, TUAMIE, Dibia$e, Tvkii, Lo-tek, TeedotEinsof, Mndsgn., NFTs, Crytocurrency, Blockchain technologies, and more.

Featured Music: Spaces Vol 1, Quiet Night, Lonesome and more
Social Media:  https://twitter.com/whknwsb
Website:  https://t.co/4o3pE7namQ

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